Ortom praises Senate’s intervention in LG’s autonomy

The rapid previous Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, on Saturday counseled the Senate for intervening to make sure the autonomy of the third tier authorities in the nation.

Ortom’s declaration follows a Senate decision calling for the withholding of statutory allocations to non-democratically elected native governments throughout the nation.

The Senate’s resolution was in response to a proposal by Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro difficult the democratic framework of Benue State’s native authorities system.

The former governor praised the Senate’s vote, saying it confirmed a agency stance in opposition to authoritarian tendencies.

In a press release launched by media aide Tarver Akase on Saturday, the previous governor stated the Senate’s intervention is a crucial signal of his dedication to respecting democratic beliefs and guaranteeing the autonomy of native authorities administration throughout the nation. He stated it was an excellent step ahead.

The assertion learn in half: “Secretary Ortom said the Senate’s decision is a positive step that will also serve as a deterrent to acts that undermine the democratic rights of the people and the principles of good governance.”

Source: dailypost.ng